For each of the words given in the column, give one similar meaning denotation and one negative and positive connotation.
Difficulty: Medium
|
No |
Words |
Denotative meaning |
Positive meaning |
Negative meaning |
|
1. |
fat |
overweight |
plump |
Obese |
|
2. |
notorious |
famous |
well known |
humiliating |
|
3. |
spinster |
maid |
Virgin |
Old maid |
|
4. |
stern |
hard |
unbowed |
Harsh |
|
5. |
proud |
haughty |
Self-respecting |
arrogant |
|
6. |
shrewd |
intelligent |
wise |
Crafty |
|
7. |
economical |
practical |
good |
Tough |
|
8. |
fail |
Be unsuccessful |
always |
disappointment |